Quarterly Report: Summer 2026
Children at LK0952 are learning and growing at the new local center. Thank you for enabling two new local partners to provide holistic support to vulnerable children.
Thank you, Aventura Family.
Your generosity has enabled two new local partners in Sri Lanka to reach their communities with help and hope. Thank you for your loving care for children in need!
An Update From Sri Lanka
FEATURED LOCAL PARTNERS AND THEIR AVENTURA SUPPORTERS
Maryland Oaks
Local Partner #1
Town Centre
Local Partner #2
Children at local partner #2, supported by Aventura Town Centre, are grateful to be part of the holistic child development program. Participants range in age from 1 year old to 6 years old.
Progress at Two Local Partners
416 children registered
183 children sponsored
Health assessments conducted
Medical care and treatment for malnutrition provided, as needed
Staff Encourage Children’s Holistic Development
The center director (center, white shirt) and staff team at local partner #1 (Aventura Maryland Oaks) are committed to making sure every child is known, loved and protected.
At local partner #2 (Aventura Town Centre), the center director (fifth from left) and child development staff are implementing program activities that equip vulnerable children to learn and thrive.
A Note From Compassion’s Local Partnership Facilitator
It’s inspiring to see the children actively participating in the program and benefiting from the support that your generosity provides. On behalf of the children, their families and the team here at Compassion International, I want to extend my deepest thanks for your kindness and support. Your decision to support these local partners is a true testament to God’s love in action. Donors like you are a constant source of inspiration, and we are so grateful for your partnership in this vital work. May God bless you abundantly.
Hope for Children and Families
Local Partner #2 – Town Centre
Children learn to develop good nutrition habits.
Local Partner #1 – Maryland Oaks
The youngest participants are engaging in home-based programming with their caregivers. Staff visit them at home to provide lessons and encourage caregivers until children are able to attend the center independently. Here, participants and caregivers enjoy a group activity at the center together.
Local Partner #2 – Town Centre
Children participate in a special end-of-year program.
Local Partner #1 – Maryland Oaks
Caregivers participate in a group lesson on disease prevention, learning how to support their children’s health and growth.
Local Partner #2 – Town Centre
Hands-on learning activities help children expand their knowledge and imagination.
Local Partner #1 – Maryland Oaks
Children, accompanied by their parents, receive medical checkups upon their registration in the program to identify and treat any health concerns. Participants receive ongoing, regular checkups to support their health.
Local Partner #2 – Town Centre
Through arts and crafts, children are developing their talents and building self-confidence.
Local Partner #1 – Maryland Oaks
The center holds a special celebration for Children’s Day.
Local Partner #2 – Town Centre
A group of mothers learn how to effectively communicate with their children.
A Letter From a Leader at Local Partner #2
Dear Friends,
The program we are carrying out for orphaned and vulnerable children is being implemented successfully, and many families are benefiting from it. In our village, many children were in a very low condition in terms of education, nutrition and healthy lifestyles. As a result, the overall development of the community was affected.
We are an institution that is responsible for the development of the community, but we had previously been unable to achieve sufficient progress or make a comprehensive impact on the lives of the people around us. Families living in such difficult circumstances had to go through many struggles. There was a lack of awareness about the future of the community and the well-being of the next generation. One of the main reasons for this situation was the lack of knowledge among families and society about children’s needs, their future and the importance of family and social life. However, through this program, we have now used the opportunities given to us in a positive way. As a result, we have seen various positive impacts not only in the lives of the families participating in the program but also in the wider community.
Although the impact created by this program in the past six months may appear small, we firmly believe that it has brought about a significant change in the perspective of the community. This change itself is a great success for us. It also motivates us to continue and further develop this program. Through the awareness created during these six months, parents’ understanding of children, their needs, and the importance of loving and protecting them has improved. Pregnant mothers are also being given greater awareness about pregnancy and postnatal child care. Furthermore, family bonds and family well-being are becoming stronger.
This program encourages us to continue our work further. I am also very happy that, through this program, God has made it possible for our mission and benefits to reach our village and the surrounding villages as well.
Letter edited for clarity.
Breaking the Chains of Poverty
Your support of two new local partners in Sri Lanka means that children like Kuvira, Arisan, Sasmi and Nishan have access to the holistic care they need to journey out of poverty. Thank you!
Kuvira – Local Partner #1 (Aventura Maryland Oaks)
Kuvira, age 2, lives with her parents, brother and sister. She likes playing with dolls and toy cars.
Arisan – Local Partner #1 (Aventura Maryland Oaks)
Arisan, age 5, lives with his mother, father, grandparents and uncle. He enjoys listening to stories and running.
Sasmi – Local Partner #2 (Aventura Town Centre)
Two-year-old Sasmi lives with her mother and father. She loves to play with dolls and roll a ball.
Nishan – Local Partner #2 (Aventura Town Centre)
Nishan, age 4, lives with his mother and a relative. He enjoys baseball, playing games, listening to stories and music.
Bringing Change in Sri Lanka
Friends at Aventura Maryland Oaks and Aventura Town Centre your gifts are not only transforming children’s lives but also bringing hope to entire communities. As children receive support and care to thrive and pursue their dreams for the future, their families and communities are positively impacted as well. We are grateful for your partnership in this important work.